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Women Weavers in Kurtipur, Nepal Kristin Meyer November, 2006 A Framework Analysis of Labor, Access & Control of Resources
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Background on Nepal l Among Poorest Nations l Majority Rural Populations l New Democracy l Struggling Economy – Male Migration to Gulf States – Deregulated labor market – Free trade policies
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Nepal Population Total Population: 23 million (Central Bureau of Statistics) 19m 4m
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Weaving in Nepal l Ancient Task of Women l Promoted in 1960s Development l Factory-based and Home-based Labor l Major Contributor to Economy l Kathmandu Valley: 95% of Production 95% of Production
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Home-based Weaving l Subcontract with Factories l Provided Materials & Equipment l Isolated Environment l Advocacy – Negotiate with Employers – Earning Income – Pursue Literacy/Education
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Case Study Participants l Married Women l Ages 26-35 l 9 of 10 eloped l Hindu l Newar ethnic group l Began weaving at 13
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Activities Analysis: Production
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Activities Analysis: Reproduction
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Access & Control Profile: Resources
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Access & Control Profile: Benefits
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Additional Factors l Male Migration for Employment –More Female-headed Households –Expanded Female Responsibility l Economic Role l Community Role l Greater Interest in Education l Greater Involvement in Politics l Challenging Traditional Norms/Beliefs
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